The Ritzville Adams County Journal - Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887

Following every season coaches find themselves either fired, accepting a raise with a couple of years added to their contract or finding the next ideal place to go to. And in a few cases retirement is the best ending for a long career.

I’ve had the opportunity to read about some of the history of assistant coaches that are new hires at the local colleges. Some of these people must be living out of an RV for as many different places they’ve lived. It’s one thing to be able to teach remotely but coaching is one of those professions that’s hands on. You have to be up close and personal...